HVAC & Plumbing Estimator

Waibel Energy Systems • Vandalia, OH

3d

About The Position

The HVAC & Plumbing Estimator compiles accurate and complete project estimates and solutions using estimating and design software, references, and vendor relationships. The role also develops and maintains beneficial customer relationships with General Contractors, Construction Managers, and End Users.

The estimator reviews plans and specifications to understand project requirements and prepare complete, accurate, and competitive bid proposals aimed at winning profitable projects. The position requires identifying special project needs and solutions, preparing timely scope-change estimates for ongoing projects, writing scopes of work that explain proposed processes and exclusions, and maintaining required company Terms and Conditions. The estimator also proactively researches project opportunities from internal and external sources.

The position prepares estimates for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment; obtains and verifies vendor proposals; completes bid forms and supplemental documentation; and communicates with internal and external experts and team leaders. The estimator participates in project turnover meetings, pre-bid meetings, and site visits, and applies a strategic approach to gaining an advantage on bid day.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in a related engineering and/or project management program.
• At least 4 years of experience in commercial HVAC and plumbing.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Expertise with Excel, Word, Outlook, and trade-related engineering programs; strong file management skills.
• Excellent math and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• AutoCAD and BIM experience is highly desired.
• Experience with HVAC and plumbing estimating and design software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clarify project requirements from plans and specifications and prepare accurate, complete, and competitive bid proposals.
• Identify special project needs and determine solutions that benefit the customer and project outcome.
• Prepare timely estimates for scope changes on ongoing projects.
• Write complete scopes of work describing proposed processes and exclusions, while maintaining required company Terms and Conditions.
• Proactively research and obtain project opportunities from internal and external sources.
• Communicate with internal and external expert personnel to obtain information needed for estimating and design.
• Prepare cost estimates for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment according to company processes and standards.
• Communicate with team leaders about labor allocation requirements and impacts.
• Source multiple vendor proposals, verify and quantify each proposal, and support competitive bids.
• Complete bid forms and gather supplemental documents required by project specifications.
• Participate in project turnover meetings to transfer project information and estimate pricing breakdowns to team leaders and Accounting.
• Use a strategic approach to improve the company’s position on bid day.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and project site visits.

Benefits

• Competitive rates based on performance and experience
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid volunteer time
• Healthcare
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) plan with match and profit-sharing
• Paid dental and vision insurance
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree